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Charco Azul, Montemorelos

La Trinidad

Elevation gain
4734 ft
Distance
16.8 mi
Time
8 h 24 m
Altitude
no data

Charco Azul is one of the perfect places to enjoy the coldest water in all of Nuevo León.

📢 Alerts & Updates

This route can be done in any season, although in summer it can reach 40°C or 100°F.

Warnings

Snakes — stay alert!
Very little shade!
Prevent a wildfire!
Difficulty: physical 8 of 10, technical B (A–G), sun exposure II of III

Packing List

How to get there

Trailhead Access

There are 2 ways: one is to park in Rio Ramos and start the 26 kilometer round trip hike, or if you have a 4WD you can do it all the way in the vehicle.

Parking Information

You can park just before starting the climb to the mountains on a bank or in the Rio Ramos parking lot. If you drive to the place in a 4x4, you stay on the side without hindering other people who use that road.

Fees & Park Hours

No cost

Trail Overview

Completely marked by earthworks.

Recommended Gear

Extra food and raincoat in case of rain.

What to Expect on the Trail

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Physical Effort 8

Elevation Gain

1443 m

Total Distance (Out & back)

27 km

Total Time

8 h 24 m

Max Elevation

no data

The route is physically demanding due to its 28 kilometers long and constant ascent and descent.

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